Innovation

The First In The Territory

The first business in a new territory gains the respect. A great example of this theory, was proven with the emergence of the company Uber. Uber became the first in...

Less Is More

Could you imagine a fruit stand that just sold bananas? Kinda lame, don't you think? Customers want variety. Where's the blueberries? The apples? The mangoes? Where's all the options? The...

Good Criticism vs Bad Criticism

I finished a speech last month and hustled to the back of the room to autograph books.  It is my mini-rockstar moment and I love it thoroughly.  Until I get...

The Business Innovation Technique Of Blending

Entrepreneurs are natural innovators, but even the most forward-thinking people sometimes need a little nudge to help open their minds to new possibilities for growth. One of the best ways...

How Noble Are Your Goals?

Jim Collins famously has taught us to set BHAGs (Big Hairy Audacious Goals) in his book Built To Last.  Together these goals define the big vision you have for your...

The Best Wins, The Better Goes Unnoticed

The faster runners are unknown, but the fastest is - Usain Bolt. Stronger financial returns are nice, but the strongest financial returns are what everyone wants. There out countless companies...

How To Know If Your Business Idea Is A Good One

It is likely the most common question I hear: “How do I know of my business idea is a good one?”  That question is usually followed up with, “Would you...

How To Name Your New Company

If you are picking a company name the old fashion way you are in trouble. You know what I am talking about — brainstorm names how customers can quickly figure...

The Bigger The Fix, The Bigger The Pay

The bigger problem you solve, the more you will get paid to solve it. Fix big problems.

Have You Been Laughed At? I Hope So!

Have you ever been laughed at? Have you ever been ridiculed? Have you ever had people call you crazy, insane or some variant of? Yes? Good. That is exactly what...

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